Xeon X5470 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon X5470 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,586 Rank: 1202

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1198	A12-9800E	4,591	+0.1%
1199	Xeon E5-2630L v2	4,588	+0%
1200	Xeon E5-2640 v2	4,587	+0%
1201	Pentium Silver N6005	4,587	+0%
1202	Xeon X5470	4,586
1203	Pentium G3220	4,586	+0%
1204	FX-4130	4,585	+-0%
1205	Core i7-980X	4,583	-0.1%
1206	Core i7-975	4,581	-0.1%
1207	Core i7-2675QM	4,580	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon X5470 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,543 Rank: 1166

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1162	Core i7-4610M	4,548	+0.1%
1163	Core i5-7Y57	4,547	+0.1%
1164	Core i5-2405S	4,547	+0.1%
1165	Core i7-4558U	4,544	+0%
1166	Xeon X5470	4,543
1167	Pentium 967	4,540	-0.1%
1168	Xeon Bronze 3104	4,537	-0.1%
1169	Intel Core i3-7020U	4,537	-0.1%
1170	Core i3-4150	4,537	-0.1%
1171	Core i7 860	4,534	-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon X5470 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,615 Rank: 1205

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1201	Xeon W3670	4,621	+0.1%
1202	Core i3-5157U	4,618	+0.1%
1203	Athlon X4 950	4,618	+0.1%
1204	Core i3-3220T	4,617	+0%
1205	Xeon X5470	4,615
1206	Xeon E3-1230	4,614	+-0%
1207	Core i7-2620M	4,613	+-0%
1208	Core i5-3210M	4,612	-0.1%
1209	FX-4100	4,611	-0.1%
1210	Core M-5Y31	4,609	-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,595 Rank: 974

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
970	Core i7-2760QM	4,597	+0%
971	Core i7-930	4,597	+0%
972	Core i3-7350K	4,596	+0%
973	Athlon X4 880K	4,595	+0%
974	Xeon X5470	4,595
975	Core i3-7320	4,594	+-0%
976	Xeon E3-1225	4,594	+-0%
977	Xeon X3450	4,593	+-0%
978	A10-7890K	4,593	+-0%
979	Xeon W3520	4,593	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,552 Rank: 1052

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1048	Core i7-7660U	4,552	+0%
1049	Core i3-7101TE	4,552	+0%
1050	A10-9700	4,552	+0%
1051	A10-7870K	4,552	+0%
1052	Xeon X5470	4,552
1053	Core i3-8121U	4,552	+0%
1054	Core i3-6300T	4,550	+-0%
1055	Phenom II X4 965	4,550	+-0%
1056	Core i5-7360U	4,549	-0.1%
1057	Core i5-7287U	4,549	-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon X5470 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,529 Rank: 1225

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1221	Athlon Silver 7120U	4,530	+0%
1222	Core m7-6Y75	4,529	+0%
1223	Core m5-6Y54	4,529	+0%
1224	Core i7-2655LE	4,529	+0%
1225	Xeon X5470	4,529
1226	Core i7-3537U	4,529	+0%
1227	Core i5-4250U	4,529	+0%
1228	Core i3-5010U	4,529	+0%
1229	PRO A10-8750B	4,529	+0%
1230	PRO A10-9700E	4,529	+0%

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Xeon X5470 Details

Ranked #1202 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Intel Xeon X5470 presents a compelling case for legacy server and workstation workloads despite its age. Released in 2009, this processor is now well over a decade old, placing it firmly in the category of older-generation hardware. While it no longer competes with modern CPUs in terms of raw power, its continued relevance in niche environments is underscored by its stable platform and ECC memory support, which are critical for enterprise applications.

Built on a 45 nm process and based on the Nehalem microarchitecture, the Xeon X5470 is a quad-core processor with a base clock of 3.33 GHz and a turbo frequency of 3.20 GHz. It operates at a 1333 MHz bus speed and supports up to 32 GB of DDR3-1333/1600 memory across two channels, with a maximum bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The processor is packaged in the LGA771 socket and features a 120 W TDP, making it suitable for systems with adequate cooling but not ideal for power-constrained environments.

The Xeon X5470 includes integrated Intel HD Graphics, which runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst up to 1150 MHz. It supports up to three displays and is capable of basic multimedia tasks, though it is not intended for gaming or heavy graphical workloads. The processor supports a range of advanced technologies, including Intel VT-x and VT-d virtualization, AES-NI encryption, and Intel vPro for enterprise management, along with ECC memory, which enhances reliability in server environments.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon X5470 achieves a Singlecore Score of 4615, placing it at #1205 out of 2060 processors, and a Multicore Score of 4543, ranking #1166. Its Overall Score is 4586, positioning it as a mid-tier performer in the broader CPU landscape. While it trails behind modern processors by a wide margin—top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX score over 9,000—the Xeon X5470 holds its own in legacy systems and workstations where compatibility and ECC support are prioritized over peak performance.

The processor's strength lies in its consistent single-core performance and reliable multicore scaling for its era, making it suitable for older server environments, legacy applications, and low-demand virtualization setups. However, its multicore performance is notably weaker compared to its single-core capabilities, indicating that the processor is better suited for applications that rely on strong per-core performance rather than massive parallel processing.

As of March 2026, the Xeon X5470 remains a viable option for specific enterprise use cases where backward compatibility, ECC memory, and integrated virtualization features are essential. While it is far from the performance leaders in today’s market, its long-standing design and support for enterprise-grade features ensure it continues to serve in specialized roles where modern CPUs are not required.